Ambienta

Ambienta SGR S.p.A. is a private equity firm based in Milan, Italy, specializing in growth capital investments within the environmental sector. Founded in 2007, Ambienta focuses on small to medium-sized companies engaged in renewable energy services and production, including technologies related to wind, solar, hydro, biomass, and biogas. The firm also targets investments in clean coal, energy storage, water management, and pollution control, among other areas. With over €1 billion in funds under management, Ambienta seeks to invest between €30 million and €100 million in companies with enterprise values ranging from €50 million to €300 million. The firm emphasizes socially responsible investing and prefers to structure its investments through majority transactions and qualified minority stakes. It operates additional offices in London, Paris, and Munich, and actively supports the development of its portfolio companies by providing industrial and managerial expertise.

Ayan Ahmed

Principal

Francesco Anichini

ESG Associate

Stefano Bacci

Partner and ESG Manager

Yannick Balz

Investment Manager

Andrew Benson

Senior Investment Manager and Partner, Ambienta X

Giancarlo Beraudo

Partner, Private Equity

Nicolas Caron

Investment Associate

Francesco Cavallo

Senior Investment Analyst, Deputy PM on EMC and Partner, Ambienta X

Luca Daminelli

Investment Manager

Andrea Florio

Investment Manager, Private Equity

Manuel Galitschke

Senior Operating Director, Private Equity

Daniele Gatti

CFO and Partner

Hans Haderer

Partner, Private Equity

Nico Helling

Partner

Timothée Héron

Investment Manager

Daniela Kastner

Investment Manager

Massimiliano Lecchi

Principal, Private Equity

Linus Lenhard

Partner, Private Equity Division

Konstantin Leu

Principal, Private Equity

Francesco Lodrini

Partner, Private Equity

Damien Marty

Principal

Robert Moore

COO and Partner, Ambienta X

Matthew Norrington

Partner, Private Equity

Francesco Padovani

Investment Manager

Fabio Pecce

CIO and Partner, Ambienta X

Nino Tronchetti Provera

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Fabio Ranghino

Partner and Head of Strategy and Sustainability

Mauro Roversi

Chief Investment Officer and Founding Partner, Private Equity

Simone Scarponi

Investment Associate

Paras Shah

Investment Manager

Nishan Srinivasan

Partner and Head of Origination of Ambienta Credit

Andrea Venturini

Principal, Private Equity

Le Ho Daguzan, Gwenaëlle

Partner, Private Equity

27 past transactions

Caprari

Private Equity Round in 2021
Caprari design, production, and distribution of centrifugal pumps and motors for the integrated water cycle.

Collingwood Lighting

Acquisition in 2021
Collingwood is a leading designer and supplier of residential, commercial and exterior luminaires into the professional refurbishment and new-build markets in the UK and France.

Namirial

Acquisition in 2020
Namirial S.p.A. is a software development company based in Senigallia, Italy, specializing in digital transaction management and the digital transformation of business processes. Founded in 2000, Namirial offers a range of products, including a Trust platform for electronic signatures and document flow management, Telemedware for telehealth services, and a Cyber assessment platform for evaluating organizational cyber threats. Additionally, the company provides software solutions tailored for the construction industry, addressing areas such as fire prevention, structural analysis, renewable energy, and worksite safety. Namirial serves a diverse clientele across various sectors, including banking, insurance, pharmaceuticals, and public administration, with operations extending to Germany, Austria, Romania, and Brazil. Through its online sales, Namirial facilitates the complete digitization of document-centric transactions and business processes for both private and public sector organizations.

Nactis Flavours

Acquisition in 2020
Nactis Flavours SAS specializes in the production of flavors, aromatic raw materials, and functional ingredients for various industries, particularly food and pharmaceuticals. Founded in 1996 and based in Bondoufle, France, the company serves a wide range of applications, including meat, seafood, sauces, dairy products, confectionery, beverages, and cosmetics. Its products cater to both large industrial operators and small-scale food producers, as well as the catering sector. Nactis Flavours markets and distributes its offerings through sales agents across Europe, North America, Asia, and the Maghreb region. The company operates production sites and research and development centers in France and has commercial subsidiaries in Bulgaria, Poland, and Tunisia. As of December 31, 2019, Nactis Flavours operates as a subsidiary of AromataGroup S.r.l.

Phoenix International

Acquisition in 2019
Phoenix International, established in 1972 in Paderno Franciacorta, Italy, specializes in the aluminum extrusion sector. The company was founded by a group of young entrepreneurs who aimed to create an independent and innovative business with significant growth potential. Initially based in Paderno Franciacorta, Phoenix later relocated to Verdello, Bergamo, where it expanded its operations throughout the late 1990s. Between 2000 and 2008, Phoenix International grew through strategic acquisitions of competing firms and workshops, as well as new investments in die production. The company manufactures a variety of dyes and equipment for applications in sectors such as building, industrial mechanics, pneumatics, and transport. Its product offerings include portholes, dummy blocks, re-bushed containers, holders, and shears, all designed to support the aluminum profile extrusion process. In 2016, the company underwent a significant ownership change, as its founders and initial investors sold their stakes to a prominent private equity fund, positioning Phoenix for future international growth.

iMAGE S

Acquisition in 2019
iMAGE S is a distributor specializing in machine vision and imaging products, catering to various sectors including automotive, food, pharmaceutical, aerospace, packaging, and energy. The company provides a comprehensive range of products such as lighting systems, optics, cameras, 3D systems, frame grabbers, and hyper-spectral systems. In addition to its product offerings, iMAGE S also conducts seminars, workshops, and training courses, along with providing technical assistance. This approach enables clients to acquire the necessary equipment and services tailored to their specific applications.

AromataGroup

Acquisition in 2018
Aromatagroup Srl engages in manufacturing and distribution of natural flavors and colorants for food, beverage, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries in Europe. The company focuses on developing and distributing customer and demand oriented products. It serves small and medium enterprises. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Bresso, Italy with addiditional offices in Concorezzo and Gessate, Italy.

Pibiplast

Private Equity Round in 2018
Pibiplast SpA is a manufacturer of plastic packaging products, primarily serving the cosmetics, skin care, and make-up industries. Established in 1954 and based in Correggio, Italy, the company produces a wide array of items including bottles, jars, tubes, and packs for various cosmetic applications, such as lip gloss and lipsticks. Pibiplast is recognized for its extensive range of standard products as well as its capability to develop custom solutions tailored to client needs. The company emphasizes sustainability by replacing non-recyclable plastics with recyclable options and incorporating bioplastics and recycled materials into its production processes. Pibiplast maintains high manufacturing standards, with all its plants certified under ISO 9001:2008, ensuring quality in its operations. As of August 2020, it operates as a subsidiary of Lumson S.p.A.

Restiani

Acquisition in 2017
Restiani S.p.A. distributes oil and petroleum products. It also provides heat management services including construction and management of energy-saving systems to users in northwest area. The company was founded in 1937 and is based in Alessandria, Italy.

Safim

Venture Round in 2017
Safim SPA, based in Modena, Italy, specializes in the manufacture and sale of hydraulic and electro-hydraulic components for agricultural, off-highway, and material handling vehicles and trailers. Founded in 1977 by brothers Eronne and Omer Mamei, the company produces a variety of products, including hydraulic power brake valves, master cylinders, trailer brake valves, and various accessories. With a strong focus on product quality and customer needs, Safim emphasizes collaboration with clients to develop tailored solutions and customize standard products for specific applications. The engineering team, which has extensive field experience, plays a crucial role in ensuring that Safim delivers the flexibility and quality required by the market. As of 2019, Safim operates as a subsidiary of DexKo Global Inc.

Calucem

Acquisition in 2016
Calucem GmbH, founded in 2006 and based in Mannheim, Germany, specializes in the production and distribution of calcium aluminate cements for various global markets. The company offers a range of products, including low purity calcium aluminate cement for refractory applications, quick-setting and fast-hardening variants for road construction and mining applications, and white calcium aluminate cement for building chemistry formulators. Its offerings cater to multiple industries, including construction, refractory, and waste water treatment, as well as applications in flooring, mortars, and coatings. Calucem operates additional offices in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and Singapore, alongside a manufacturing plant in Pula, Croatia, supporting its commitment to innovation and customer service in the calcium aluminate cement sector.

SF Filter AG

Acquisition in 2016
SF Filter AG distributes mobile and industrial filters used for oil, air, fuel, hydraulic, gas, pneumatic, liquid, de-dusting, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning applications.

Mikrotron

Acquisition in 2016
Mikrotron specializes in high-speed imaging solutions tailored for various challenging applications across industries such as engineering, science, and sports. Based in Germany, the company designs and manufactures robust high-speed cameras, along with image recording systems, software, and image processing components. In addition to production, Mikrotron also offers distribution and rental services for its imaging technology, catering to a diverse array of client needs.

Oskar Nolte

Funding Round in 2015
Oskar Nolte, established in 1959, specializes in manufacturing wood coating and lacquer systems for the furniture industry. Initially providing a broad range of products, the company shifted its focus in the early 1990s to serve large industrial manufacturers of engineered wood boards, such as MDF, HDF, and particle board. This strategic pivot allowed Oskar Nolte to concentrate on water-based coating systems and radiation-curing materials, which offer economic and environmental advantages over traditional solvent-based coatings. The company’s offerings are designed to enhance efficiency in the manufacturing process, enabling clients in the furniture and interior door sectors to minimize waste in handling raw materials and finished products. Today, Oskar Nolte remains a key supplier to manufacturers of boards and panels, continuing its commitment to innovative and sustainable coating solutions.

IPC

Acquisition in 2014
IPC is a manufacturer of machines and equipment for the professional cleaning sector. The company has a full offering including scrubber-dryers, professional vacuum cleaners, high pressure washers and equipment.

Tattile

Acquisition in 2012
Tattile designs and manufactures embedded vision systems and custom advanced electronic solutions for industrial applications, road traffic control and railway industry since 1988. The INDUSTRIAL DIVISION offers a wide range of embedded products for industrial imaging applications: digital cameras, smart cameras, analyzers, software and accessories for the creation of advanced vision systems, used in many different fields: pharmaceutical, packaging, mechanical, automotive, electronic production. The TRAFFIC DIVISION designs integrated solutions for the implementation of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS). Speed enforcement, red-light enforcement, automatic number-plate reading, free-flow tolling, access control, traffic analysis, surveillance and data communication tasks can be easily accomplished with our highly-integrated products. The RAILWAY DIVISION is an IRIS-certified leader in the development of innovative systems for the on-board passenger information, security and entertainment in railway transportation. Our products are designed to meet the highest standards of modularity, flexibility, reliability, availability and ease of integration.

FoundOcean

Private Equity Round in 2012
FoundOcean Ltd. is an offshore engineering and grouting contractor that specializes in providing subsea and offshore grouting services. The company serves oil and gas construction as well as renewable energy sectors, both in the United Kingdom and internationally. FoundOcean offers installation services for near-shore and offshore structures, alongside life extension and rehabilitation services, which include span correction, pipeline rehabilitation, and jacket strengthening. Through these services, FoundOcean helps clients maintain the quality and safety of their offshore assets.

Tower Light

Acquisition in 2012
Tower Light is a manufacturer specializing in mobile lighting towers, offering a wide range of products that cater to various sizes and power requirements. The company focuses on designing and producing lighting solutions that include low consumption models and those equipped with LED lamps. Tower Light markets its products internationally, providing innovative lighting solutions suitable for diverse applications.

Amplio Group

Venture Round in 2011
Amplio is an entrepreneurial holding company that is focused on acquiring and developing businesses characterised by high growth potential. Amplio operates at the smaller end of the market by acquiring initial platforms on which to build operations by bringing in the required sources of capital, robust management skills and a broad international network.

Envirogen Group

Funding Round in 2011
Envirogen Group is a international provider of environmental technology and process. At the Envirogen Group of companies, our vision is straightforward – to be industry leading water, air and process solution providers using sophisticated technology backed by expertise and service. It is our overriding goal to offer our clients total solutions that deliver consistently reliable performance at the best lifecycle cost for the systems and services that we provide.

MBA Polymers

Venture Round in 2011
MBA Polymers, Inc. (MBA) was founded in 1994 by Dr. Michael Biddle and Mr. Trip Allen, to expand the research capabilities in the area of plastics recycling, and to develop a commercial process for recovering plastics from complex streams of materials. After over six years of research and development, MBA is now considered a world leader at developing technology for the recovery of high value engineering plastics from complex durable goods streams such as computers, electronics, appliances, and automobiles. The company, located in Richmond, CA, operates a 90,000 foot state-of-the-art research and commercial recycling operation.

Ravelli Group

Acquisition in 2010
Ravelli is one of the world's leading manufacturers of stoves, fireplaces, boilers and kitchens powered by renewable sources such as pellets and firewood. With over 20 years of experience as a leader in the sector, Ravelli has successfully transformed a family-run business into a model of managerial organization supported by an institutional financial investor. Ravelli exports "Made in Italy" to more than 40 countries with a strong presence in Europe, through a wide network of agents and distributors, and with a branch in the United States and one in France. The Ravelli development program aims at further consolidating its position and expanding its sector market, through major investments in Research and Development. Thanks to the attention in design and cutting-edge technology, Ravelli offers a wide range of products of excellence in terms of energy efficiency and quality. Last but not least, the attention that Ravelli reserves to the after-sales service aims to guarantee the complete satisfaction of its customers.

Icq Holding

Private Equity Round in 2010
ICQ is the Italian utility specialized in the production of energy from wind, hydroelectric, biomass and waste gas. ICQ also develops solutions for cogeneration of electricity and thermal energy, systems powered by conventional and non-conventional fuels (biofuels) , plants that combine the exploitation of different sources , for example biomass and photovoltaics, and energy saving and efficiency projects for lighting and for the recovery of heat loss (low enthalpy thermal waste).

SPIG S.p.A.

Private Equity Round in 2010
SPIG S.p.A. is a company that specializes in the design, manufacture, supply, and installation of cooling systems for various industrial applications, including thermal power plants, petroleum refineries, petrochemical industries, and food processing. Their product offerings include a range of cooling towers, such as natural draft and fan-assisted models, as well as air-cooled condensers and heat exchangers. Additionally, SPIG S.p.A. provides ancillary equipment like pumps, filters, and piping, along with services such as on-site assistance, maintenance, and staff training. The company serves a diverse international customer base through a network of agents across Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Asia. Founded in 1936 and headquartered in Arona, Italy, SPIG S.p.A. has expanded its presence with offices in several countries and production facilities in Brazil and India.

Icq Holding

Private Equity Round in 2008
ICQ is the Italian utility specialized in the production of energy from wind, hydroelectric, biomass and waste gas. ICQ also develops solutions for cogeneration of electricity and thermal energy, systems powered by conventional and non-conventional fuels (biofuels) , plants that combine the exploitation of different sources , for example biomass and photovoltaics, and energy saving and efficiency projects for lighting and for the recovery of heat loss (low enthalpy thermal waste).

Italiana Pellets

Acquisition in 2008
Italiana Pellets is a manufacturer of wood pellets, a type of solid biofuel derived from dried and pressed woody biomass. The company focuses on producing these pellets to serve as a renewable energy source for generating heat and energy. By utilizing wood biomasses, Italiana Pellets contributes to sustainable energy solutions, promoting the use of renewable resources in energy generation.

Italia Pellets

Series A in 2008
ITALIA PELLETS designs and oversees the construction of machinery and complete plants for the recovery and treatment of waste coming from the industrial cycles, both from the typical municipal solid waste. They produce and distribute wood pellets from biomass for fueling bakeries, pizzeries, and other commercial retailers.
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